The Cherished Wife by Chweety

Chapter 206

Chapter 206

Chapter 206

“Grandpa’s in the hospital. I have to go see him!” Noelle said, grabbing her car keys and heading for the door. However, Charles grabbed her hand. “Hold on. I’ll come with you!”

“There’s no need.” Noelle pulled away. “If you show up now, the Shaw family might get the wrong idea. They’re the ones who upset Grandpa so much that he ended up in the hospital. It’s because of this whole mess with the shares. I have to sort this out!” The thought of her grandpa being in the hospital because of her made Noelle’s heart ache.

Charles’s eyes sparkled with concern, yet he held her hand tighter. “That’s exactly why I should be there.”

“But…” Noelle had her reasons for not wanting Charles to come. She was afraid he would get caught up in the family drama, just like Simon did before. The Shaws would latch onto Charles, and he would never hear the end of it.

parents all too well. They were definitely the type

up!” Charles hurried upstairs,

guided Noelle into the car’s front seat, quickly started the engine, and zoomed off

Noelle’s nervousness as she reached for the door,

looked back, worried. “Is

be careful, okay? Call me if you need anything!” Charles gave Noelle’s

as she nodded. “Charles, once Grandpa’s better, I’ll introduce you to him!” Charles gave her a small smile and gently ruffled her hair. “I thought you’d want me to meet

Noelle paused, puzzled. “Why?”

Charles said with a shake of

“Alright!”

out of the car, gave Charles

first and charged at her, slapping her face. “You